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Donating To Hides For Habitat (MDHA)

Don't throw your deer hides away this season, it only takes minutes to drop it off at a local Hides for Habitat drop box and have it get put to good use!

Winter river walleye jigging techniques

One river technique that will work from now until the spring run.

Taking advantage of Great Lakes country grouse numbers and hunting opportunities

Rumor has it that ruffed grouse numbers aren’t bad across the upland species’ range this year, and even in down years, the author still heads afield.

The autumn gold that stays: Tips for catching fall walleyes

From jigs to crankbaits, unleash a greatest hits of top angling tactics to convince walleyes to fall in during the great bite of autumn.

Coaxing the soaked wild turkeys of autumn 2019

Finding fall birds when the weather is anything but average demands a new and improved hunting strategy.

When you have an appetite for more than eater-sized walleyes [video]

There’s nothing wrong with cashing in on some eater-sized walleye, but if you want to consistently target larger walters, you need to change up your overall strategy. Check out this video from the folks at Angling Buzz for ways to upsize…

North country woodcock hunting tactics

Chasing timberdoodles offers a great way to save face in the ruffed grouse woods.

Mastering the art of rip-jigging for walleyes – from the master [video]

Al Lindner is arguably one of the best anglers alive at ripping jigs and plastics for walleyes. In this video from the folks at Angling Buzz, he explains what you need to know master the art of rip-jigging. Check it…

Scouting waterfowl hotspots leading up to season opener

Water, water everywhere during autumn 2019 demands precision and thorough searching for locating productive duck hunting spots.

Shorter days fishing tip: Use bigger baits to target larger bluegills in the school

Bigger baits will help trigger bites among the largest and most active ’gills of late summer or early fall

Labor Day weekend affirms yearly start for waterfowl hunters

Tips that may put a few more September geese in your bag.

Angling Buzz: Cracking the fishing rod code [video]

Making sure you’re geared up with the right rod for the presentation can make a huge difference in how you perform on the water. The folks at Angling Buzz share a quick hack that can help less-experienced anglers find the…

Angling Buzz: Choosing crankbait colors – day vs. night [video]

When it comes to crankbait colors, the difference between daytime and nighttime selections can be as different as, well, day and night. The folks at Angling Buzz explain. One tip: Be ready to have a plethora of colors on hand.

Getting schooled on sportfishing rods

That graphite fishing rod you’re using? It’s probably not graphite.

Building a DIY pallet blind on the cheap

With a little work you can create a sweet hunting hut.

Tips for fishing from the modern kayak

More technique-specific than ever, these narrow watercraft offer precision angling opportunities for multiple species.

Catching smallmouth bass – when they're looking down

Topwaters are great fun, but when smallies aren’t looking up, try these bass’n tactics.

Tactics for the river smallmouth of midsummer

A Mississippi River mayfly hatch hindered the bass bite for the author, but he eventually discovered a way to grip some bronzeback lip.

Angling Buzz: The great line debate – mono vs. fluoro vs. braid [video]

What’s the best fishing line? Monofilament? Fluorocarbon? Braided line? For beginners, this can be a daunting, confusing subject. Each line type has it’s own unique characteristics – floating/sinking, stretchiness, abrasion resistance, opacity, etc. Yes, there’s a lot to consider, and the…

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